Dreams

Dreams As we have followed the life of Christ, we have seen the importance that dreams have played. We first encounter Mary when the angel appears to her in a dream telling her that she will conceive. We hear about the dreams of Joseph: first, that he should take Mary...

With the heart of a child.

If we want to demonstrate the kingdom of God on earth, we will not only welcome children, we will cherish and learn from them.  For in them the pure love of God is revealed.  – Charles E. Moore One of my favorite things to do at St. John’s is to welcome...

A Gift of Self

Some years ago, I was dashing through the halls of St. John’s School. I was so focused on my next thing that I failed to recognize the children in the hallways. I know that this must seem difficult to do, but somehow, I managed. Before I knew it, I had gone past...

Chapter 16 Illusions

This is an interesting chapter, and I am not exactly sure where to start. Contending with illusions within the realm of the church is a challenge. There are those who adopt doctrine hard and fast and have the illusion that others will follow suit. Yet that is not the...

Chapter 14, Communion

Chapter 14 Communion In the award-winning Broadway musical, Wicked, there is a moment when Galinda, the Good Witch, and Elphaba, the Wicked Witch, part ways after Ephpaba decides that she can no longer serve the great and powerful Oz.  After having developed a...